- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf without transferring at least once.
19380 · ICE 772
19312 · ICE 690
19310 · ICE 612 · ICE 374
19310 · ICE 2090
19226 · ICE 770
19226 · ICE 770
19310 · ICE 612 · ICE 374
19312 · ICE 690
19380 · ICE 772
19310 · ICE 2090Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $123.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $167 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $74 (€61).
A bus is $135 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $167 (€137).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 32m.
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€61) compared to roughly $51 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.03 (€-18.88). The journey takes 2h 32m versus 2h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19380 · ICE 772 | On time 7:58 AM Tübingen Hbf | 2h42 | 10:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19310 · ICE 612 · ICE 374 | On time 8:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 2h36 | 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19310 · ICE 2090 | On time 8:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 3h11 | 11:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19312 · ICE 690 | On time 9:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 2h36 | 12:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
19226 · ICE 770 | On time 10:05 AM Tübingen Hbf | 2h35 | 12:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€31) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 09:05. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€31) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 9:05 AM |
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Historic square at the heart of the old town, lined with reconstructed timber houses and major civic landmarks.
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Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station and city center, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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Frankfurt (Main) Hbf -> Hauptwache, Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Tübingen Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Tübingen Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tübingen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Binder, China-/Thai-Restaurant Dynastie, Kalender Falafel, Bar & Ristorante La Torre
Wi-Fi is available at Tübingen Hbf. ATMs are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Tübingen Hbf. Information desks are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Tübingen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tübingen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tübingen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Krone, Hotel am Schloss, Metropol garni.
Tübingen West is 1 km from Tübingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Tübingen West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Tübingen West.
ATMs are available at Tübingen West.
Available at Tübingen West: Parking, WC.
Available at Tübingen West: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen West.
Tübingen-Derendingen is 2 km from Tübingen city centre. Public transport options include:
Tübingen-Derendingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: China-/Thai-Restaurant Dynastie, Berivan, Domino's, Zum Löwen
Wi-Fi is available at Tübingen-Derendingen. ATMs are available at Tübingen-Derendingen.
Ticket office support is available at Tübingen-Derendingen. Information desks are available at Tübingen-Derendingen.
Luggage storage is available at Tübingen-Derendingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tübingen-Derendingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tübingen-Derendingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tübingen-Derendingen.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
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